Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SD4000 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the SD4000 IS (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SD1200 IS was released 17 months earlier than the SD4000 IS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the SD4000 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Canon SD4000 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Canon SD4000 IS
SD1200 IS | SD4000 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Canon SD1200 IS
SD4000 IS | SD1200 IS | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 17 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SD4000 IS
SD1200 IS | SD4000 IS | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Canon SD4000 IS has measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SD4000 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the SD4000 IS.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and SD4000 IS is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and SD4000 IS.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS |
Also called | Digital IXUS 95 IS | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2010-08-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-105mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.0-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $300 |